Matchbook Monday: Tao Las Vegas at the Venetian Hotel
August 11, 2008 by Mary Jo Manzanares
Filed under Food & Beverage, Matchbook Monday, Music, Things to See & Do
I have a trip to Las Vegas next month, and I kept that in mind in choosing today’s Matchbook Monday.
On my last trip to Las Vegas, I visited Tao Restaurant, Nightclub, and Lounge. Located in the Grand Canal Shoppes at the Venetian (3377 Las Vegas Boulevard South #2025, Las Vegas), it attempts to combine great food, tantalizing eye candy, and a hip vibe, luring in celebrities and those who want to gawk at them.
The nightclub has high energy atmosphere, with a great view of the Las Vegas Strip, go-go dancers, top notch audio and lighting, and expensive cocktails. …read more
Take a Venetian Gondola Ride in Las Vegas
July 29, 2008 by Mary Jo Manzanares
Filed under Fun for Families & Kids, Getting Around, Hotels, Things to See & Do
No, it’s not Venice. It’s the Gondola ride at the Venetian Hotel in Las Vegas, Nevada.
Okay, it’s a little touristy, and it’s definitely NOT Venice, but it’s still a bit of romantic fun away from the flashing lights and noise of the casinos. You need to take a break from the fast paced action some time, and this isn’t a bad choice.
The gondolas have been fashioned after authentic Venetian ones, each seating four, and operate rides both indoors and out. If your party doesn’t fill the gondola, you’ll likely be paired up with others.
The indoor gondolas float their way …read more
